Commercial Accountant

Major Recruitment; Sevenoaks; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for a proactive Commercial Accountant to join a dynamic finance team near Sevenoaks. The role involves delivering accurate management information and supporting business decisions through financial analysis. Candidates should be part-qualified in ACA, ACCA, or CIMA, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate excellent organizational capabilities. This permanent position offers a salary up to £40,000 plus bonuses, with a hybrid working model of 4 days in-office and 1 day working from home.

Qualifications

• Part-qualified in ACA, ACCA, or CIMA.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to combine strategic thinking with detailed execution.
• Highly organised with strong prioritisation skills.
• Collaborative team player who drives improvement.
• Energetic with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely management information.
• Manage rebate accounting and reconciliation.
• Act as accountant for marketing and product management.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts.
• Support business decision-making with financial analysis.
• Manage rebate and agent commission processes.
• Assist with corporate projects and ad hoc duties.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organisational skills

Strategic thinking

Team collaboration

Education

ACA/ACCA/CIMA part-qualified or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Commercial Accountant

Location: near Sevenoaks, Kent
Contract/Perm: ultimately this is a permanent position. Options to be either temp to perm, contract to perm or straight permanent
Hours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week), no weekend or out of hours work required
Hybrid: 4 days in, 1 day wfh
Salary: permanent role up to £40,000 plus bonus and excellent benefits
Salary (Contract/Temp): circa £200/day

About the Role

Our client, a leading manufacturer, is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Commercial Accountant to join their finance team. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate management accounts, supporting key business decisions, and driving continuous improvement across processes. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to provide timely financial insights and maintain robust systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver accurate and timely management information.
• Handle rebate accounting and reconciliation for multiple regions.
• Act as accountant for marketing and product management functions.
• Prepare budgets and forecasts for marketing, promotions, projects and rebates.
• Support business decision-making with financial analysis and advice.
• Manage rebate and agent commission processes, ensuring compliance with internal controls.
• Assist with confidential corporate projects and other ad hoc duties.

What They're Looking For

• ACA/ACCA/CIMA part-qualified (or equivalent).
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with detailed execution.
• Highly organised with excellent prioritisation skills.
• A collaborative team player who challenges the status quo and drives improvement.
• Energetic, positive, and able to meet tight deadlines.

Why Join Them?

You’ll be part of a dynamic team that values collaboration, accountability and that encourages continuous learning and provides opportunities to make a real impact.

Interested?

Interested? If you have the skills, qualifications and experience to excel in this role, please apply here OR send your CV to: OR call 07341545795

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